With Pain's six bodies tearing through the village, Tsunade fights the council for the right to summon Naruto back to Konoha. She wins the argument, but a hidden hand ensures her messenger never reaches the toad mountain.
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Summary
Konoha's defenders scramble into position, clashing with the Six Paths of Pain while shepherding civilians away from danger. Kakashi struggles against the Deva Path, and his fight only grows harder once the Asura Path joins in. Tsunade wants Naruto recalled to help, but the village council forbids it, arguing that keeping Pain's target far from the battle is the safer choice. She pushes back, insisting they trust both her judgement and Naruto's strength, and they finally yield. Kōsuke is dispatched to Mount Myōboku to warn Naruto of the emergency, yet Danzō cuts him down before he can set out, determined to keep the young shinobi out of the conflict.
Key Events
Konoha's forces engage all six of Pain's bodies while evacuating villagers. Tsunade overrules the council and orders Naruto's return. Danzō secretly murders the messenger Kōsuke to prevent Naruto from being called back.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens in Naruto chapter 421, "Call Naruto Home!!"?
In this chapter, Konoha's defenders battle Pain's Six Paths while evacuating civilians, and Tsunade fights the village council for permission to recall Naruto to help defend the village.
Does Tsunade succeed in recalling Naruto?
Tsunade overrules the council's objections and wins the argument to bring Naruto back to Konoha, but her messenger, Kosuke, is killed by Danzo before he can reach Naruto at Mount Myoboku.
Why does Danzo stop the messenger from reaching Naruto?
Danzo secretly murders Kosuke, the messenger sent to warn Naruto, because he wants to keep Naruto away from the fight against Pain.
Who does Kakashi fight in this chapter?
In "Call Naruto Home!!," Kakashi struggles against Pain's Deva Path, and the fight grows even harder once the Asura Path joins the attack.
What is the Viz title of Naruto chapter 421 and when did it release?
Naruto chapter 421, "Call Naruto Home!!," collected in volume 45 during Pain's Assault on the Leaf, was titled "Recall Naruto!!" by Viz and published in Japan on November 3, 2008.
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